Beware! Lawn chemicals can pose a threat to your dog’s health
Each year, thousands of pets die of canine carcinomas and/or liver and kidney failure. It is usually chalked up to “cause unknown.” Granted certain breeds are predisposed to bladder cancer or transitional cell carcinoma (TCC), but how many other dogs and cats are exposed to lawns treated chemically by either professional lawn care companies, or...
Basil says, “Don’t let my age fool you.”
Hi, My name is Basil. Let me tell you a little about myself. I am an 10 yr old male GSP, but don’t let my age fool you. I love to play fetch and my favorite toy is a softball! I also love being with people. I used to have a family, but when they...
Raj (A4428733) is safe!
Last week we learned about Raj being in a local shelter and monitored his status. Yesterday we received word that he was available. After a few emails & phone calls, arrangements were made to see that Raj made it to safety. Thanks to everyone that notified us that he was in the shelter by contacting...
Bo walks well on a leash
Bo needs routine and consistency. Bo was with his previous owner for his first 4 1/2 years until his owner fell ill. He and his owner spent their days together and he is out of sorts without his human companion. Bo is gentle and shy and needs a home where his family will work with him...
Race is a Gentleman
Race was adopted recently, but unfortunately had to be returned when we found out he wasn’t able to live with cats. However, the 5 weeks he spent with this family gave us more insight into this great adult dog. We now know he has excellent house manners – they easily trained him that the kitchen...
Hunter is adopted!
Laura and Michael recently applied to adopt a GSP. Michael had GSP’s earlier in life and this was new for Laura. They came out knowing a young GSP would be too rambunctious for them. They also have a cat they wanted to be sure would not be in danger with their new addition. They met a few...
Shadow needs 28 people. Will you be one of them?
With only less than 12 days to go, thanks to all of you that have donated so far, we have met half of the costs for Shadow’s Surgery. Fortunately, CA GSP Rescue has received a few donations to help cover part of the cost of Shadow’s $2000 surgery, however, there is still a balance of...
My foster Foster can snuggle
Our foster Foster is making progress! After two weeks, he will come out of his crate in the morning with his tail wagging and follow me downstairs and out to the backyard. No leash, no carrying. Foster also spends most of the day indoors with us – another big milestone for a dog who spent the first...
Booda has been just amazing – update on a once shy dog
A year and a half ago, California GSP Rescue adopted a shy dog named Booda to a couple looking to rescue a GSP. Things have since changed, the couple is no longer, but Booda remains very much part of Andrea’s life. The following is an update from Andrea on Booda. “Booda went home with me...
